Seeking Purchasing & Inventory Manager

Fords NJ

Description

SUMMARY: The Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department at multiple properties for the company. Duties will include purchasing, receiving, storing, and distributing. Additional responsibilities will be to maintain and track inventory as well as managing tools and equipment for the company. This position will also research and identify products and material that are best suited for the company needs and budget. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company. • Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly. • Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used. • Coordinate orders and deliveries to meet various schedules and project timelines • Negotiates with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times. • Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies. • Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department. • Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale. • Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow. • Maintain material storage and equipment areas neat, clean, and professional at all time • Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum 2 years experience in renovation, maintenance or construction field or equivalent experience working with relevant material • Knowledge of general construction, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, tile, carpentry, building, etc. • Knowledge of construction and maintenance material uses and costs • Proven negotiating skills • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to multi-task, strong organizational skills, with attention to detail and quality. • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and have a process improvement oriented mindset. Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers. • Must be computer literate in Excel (or spreadsheet software), Word, and Windows. • Assure job site safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines.